India supports ‘peaceful resolution of the Cyprus question’ in a statement.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides, renewing India’s support for Cyprus unity and peaceful resolution of the “Cyprus question.”

• Modi reiterated his call for ending Israel-Iran and Russia-Ukraine conflicts through dialogue and diplomacy.

• A joint statement issued at the end of the visit called for “lasting settlement” of the Cyprus question.

• The visit is the first foreign destination for Modi after the conclusion of Operation Sindoor against Pakistan in May.

• India’s support for the territorial integrity of Cyprus was emphasized, with a reference to Turkiye’s support to Northern Cyprus.

• The visit is a revival of India-Cyprus political contact ahead of Cyprus taking over the Presidency of Council of the European Union in the first half of 2026.

• Cyprus has consistently supported India on the Kashmir issue and has been opposing cross-border terrorism from Pakistan.

• India has supported the resolution of Cypriot territorial dispute as per UNSC resolutions, international law, and the EU acquis.